1968 Ford 17 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford 17 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
